Join us Sunday, December 13 at 10:30 am for I’ve Got the Holiday Blueswith Rev. Diane Rollertand music by Jean Séguin, Denis Barsalo, Stuart Edding and Jane Critchlow. Whether you’re feeling stressed by holiday preparations, worried about the world, or find that this season is hard to face, come join us to lift the blues and imagine a new approach to the holidays. We’ll also light our menorah for the last days of Hanukkah. (Hanukkah begins the evening of December 6 and ends on December 14.)

A second candidate for the song/choir leader position will lead us in song early in the service. There will also be an open choir rehearsal at 12:15 pm. If you love to sing (whether you are experienced or not), we encourage you to stay for the rehearsal to participate and provide feedback.

In addition this week, the Book Discussion Group will meet on Thursday, Dec 10 at 5:30 pm. Friday the 11th, the Lesbian/Queer Social Discussion Group meets at 7:30 pm. SECC will meet Sunday, at 12:pm.

The UCM church office will be closed Monday at 11:30 until Thursday morning this week.

For more information about these and other events, continue reading below.

Tuesday, December 8 & Thursday, December 10, 10:00 am - 12 pm, NurseryPlay GroupWe welcome children under five on a drop-in basis accompanied by a (grand)parent or caregiver. Pack a snack for your child. Coffee is provided. Open to all, whether church members or not. No charge but a donation of $3/session/family is suggested. Contact: Melani Litwack, 514-775-2043

Tuesday, December 8, 7:30 pm, Phoenix HallCarmina Choir RehearsalTo be a member of Carmina, no ability to read music is necessary as learning aids are provided. A sense of humour is an advantage. Contact: Brian Brice at 514-843-6497

Thursday, December 10, 5:30-9:00 pm. Thomas RoomBook Discussion GroupWe will be having our annual holiday potluck dinner and viewing of a movie based on a book. Please contact Valerie Broege at 514-488-4670 to indicate what food item you plan to bring for the potluck.

Friday, December 11, 7:30 - 9:30 pm, Thomas RoomLesbian/Queer Social Discussion GroupThis group meets monthly on a Friday evening to socialize, discuss topics of interest and provide a friendly place for lesbians to meet. This is a primarily English speaking group although francophones are certainly welcome. Topics will evolve according to members' interests. For more information: Carole Tenbrink at 514-563-2429.

Sunday, December 13

Worship Service, 10:30 amI’ve Got the Holiday BluesRev. Diane Rollertwith music by Jean Séguin, Denis Barsalo, Stuart Edding and Jane Critchlow. If you heard Jean’s jazz band play in November, you know they are not to be missed. Whether you’re feeling stressed by holiday preparations, worried about the world, or find that this season is hard to face, come join us to lift the blues and imagine a new approach to the holidays. We’ll also light our menorah for the last days of Hanukkah. (Hanukkah begins the evening of December 6 and ends on December 14.)

Verna's Farewell Tea, 3 pmVerna Litwack is retiring this month as “administrator extraordionaire” of our church. For many of us, it is hard to imagine anyone else in that position. To see her off and wish her well, we are planning a Farewell Tea on Sunday, Dec. 13 , from 3 p.m. on. Do come to help us say “au revoir” to a very special person and pillar of our church. RSVP to 514-938-9617 or email Janine Cobb.